Excavator Operator

United Infrastructure; Chapin (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly Competitive Salaries

Generous Performance Bonuses

Comprehensive Health Plans

Strong 401k Savings Plan

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Chapin, South Carolina is seeking an Excavator Operator to efficiently operate excavators on construction sites. Responsibilities include performing maintenance checks, assisting in construction activities, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of operating experience and is committed to learning and compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years operating experience preferred.
• Ability to comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site.

Responsibilities

• Operate an excavator to complete various tasks on construction sites.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment.
• Assist with various duties around the job site as needed.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Manual Dexterity

Effective Communication

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Job description

United Infrastructure Group continues to be a leader in the transportation construction industry in the southeast with a 100+ year history of delivering successful projects by hiring exceptional employees to work in a professional family environment. UIG is committed to developing the best workforce possible by constantly recruiting, training, and promoting construction industry professionals throughout our organization.

Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits

• Highly Competitive Salaries
• Generous Performance Bonuses
• Robust Subsistence Allowances
• Comprehensive Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Strong 401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan with 100% Matching Contributions up to 4% of compensation
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Training, Education, Certification, and Qualification Assistance

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

As an Excavator Operator at UIG, your primary function is to operate an excavator efficiently and safely on construction sites. You will be involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of highway, heavy civil, and building structures. In addition to operating the excavator, you will assist with various duties around the job site as needed.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Operates an Excavator to complete tasks such as digging, excavating, and moving or transporting materials such as dirt, rocks, and other types of aggregate
• Must have knowledge of operating procedures as it pertains to loading and unloading materials
• May oil, grease, service, and make normal maintenance adjustments on equipment; perform daily safety and maintenance checks; complete paperwork and other documentation as needed
• May perform other related duties as required
• Performing maintenance checks, implementing safety measures, handling inventories, repairing and maintaining equipment, and removing debris.
• Set up or inspect equipment prior to operation.
• Become familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations, and with efficient and safe digging procedures in a given application.
• Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines so that work can be performed to specifications.
• Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation.
• Move materials over short distances, such as around a construction site.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• 3-5 Years Operating Experience Preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs; may be required to work in adverse weather conditions
• Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly
• Possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Requires good manual dexterity; may be standing, bending, kneeling or sitting for long periods
• Must have experience with operating Heavy Equipment.
• Controlling operations of equipment or systems
• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of bridges or another structure such as highways and roads.
• Must follow policies and procedures and support UIG’s mission.

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Open to working different shifts if needed by the project
• Must have reliable transportation to and from jobsite every workday (driver's license preferred)
• Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
• Willingness to travel for project requirements (multi-state opportunities)

UIG IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER

To comply with Federal Law, United Infrastructure Group participates in E‑Verify. All newly hired employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility. On your first day of employment, you will bring original documentation to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S.

Accessibility:

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.